908th Airlift Wing to celebrate 50th anniversary

The unit was formed in Mobile in 1963 as the 908th Troop Carrier Group and was redesignated as an airlift wing in 1994. During its five decades of service, the wing has undergone changes in name, mission, aircraft and location.

The 908th, which began flying C-130 transport planes in 1983, has been awarded seven Air Force Outstanding Unit awards and countless individual, group and Air Force awards.

Over the years, reservists of the 908th have been activated or volunteered to serve all over the world. They have served both humanitarian efforts in Puerto Rico, Bosnia, Haiti and Pakistan and combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The wing currently employs about 1,200 reservists. The full-time staff is made up of approximately 190 Air Reserve Technicians and 15 civilians.

Tickets for the event are on sale for former wing members and community partners. Event will include food, guest speakers, and a presentation featuring historical photos through the present day. Tickets are $25 each and may be purchased by sending a check to: 908 AW/PA, 401 W. Maxwell Blvd, Montgomery AL 36117.

For more information, call 334-953-6804 or e-mail Jerry.Lobb@us.af.mil.